The final presentation of the TDF Grow, affiliated with the Tourism Development Fund, featured the showcase of pioneering projects by graduates of the Grow Tourism Accelerator, aimed at enriching the future of tourism in the KSA. This event was part of Tourism Week activities, launched by the Tourism Development Fund in collaboration with the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monshaat).
The TDF Grow plays a pivotal role in supporting and empowering projects within the tourism sector by offering diverse financing solutions and providing an environment conducive to accelerating the growth of startups. The program aims to equip startups with the necessary resources, such as mentorship, specialized training, and increased access to funding and strategic partnerships.
The Grow Tourism Accelerator is one of the standout programs of the TDF Grow, enabling promising startups in the tourism sector to accelerate their growth through intensive training and continuous mentorship. The final presentation provided an ideal opportunity for entrepreneurs, graduates of the accelerator, to showcase their innovative projects, which seek to contribute to achieving Saudi Vision 2030 by enhancing innovation in the tourism sector.
Graduating 15 Startups from the Grow Tourism Accelerator
1- FlyAkeed
is a leading innovation in the travel technology field with comprehensive and integrated digital solutions for corporate travel management, with easy-to-use customizable platform and Apps, for hassle-free business trips.
2- inHovate Solutions
provides intelligent cloud solutions operates in the Information Technology and Services industry.
3- Verofax
provides elevating tourist experiences and satisfaction with virtual tour guides and augmented reality solutions to increase spend and loyalty.
4- Spiders
provides an eco-friendly, easy, and affordable way of transportation and mobility for short trips and the last-mile segment using micro mobility rental solutions.
5- Murshdk
is an online platform that acts as a guide for tourist locations in the Kingdom.
6- Darent
is a E-Marketplace that provides daily local living experiences and real estate property management.
7- HIDO
is an innovative tourism app leading with an on-demand booking model. It enables tourists to discover authentic local experiences offered by locals, viewable on a map, at reasonable prices, anytime, anywhere.
8- H2O hospitality
is the key to a true digital transformation for the hospitality industry to revolutionize operational flow and value chain with its core product, ‘H2O Flow’.
9- Foodizone
revolutionizes the guest experience in underserved hotels and hotel apartments. Our seamless solution empowers them to effortlessly enhance their offerings with in-room dining, transportation, grocery access, and more, eliminating the need for app downloads.
10- Guestna App
is a local travel marketplace for packages providing full flexibility of customization.
11- Mabaat
provides short-term rental accommodation for selected luxurious residential units for daily and monthly rent.
12- Rehla
is a digital platform that connects travelers with vehicle owners heading to the same destination within and between cities.
13- Jaras
is a hospitality management solution. Tailored for accommodation owners and investors to manage their units.
14- Eliago
is a travel platform that helps travelers shop and book with ease, our Travel Fintech products help reduce the cost of purchase and add flexibility to the traveler’s purchase experience.
15- TDH
is a SaaS-based platform that helps hoteliers generate direct bookings from higher margin guests.
These 15 companies are outstanding examples in the tourism sector, reflecting innovation and progress in providing advanced solutions and services that align with Saudi Vision 2030. Thanks to the support and guidance they received from the Tourism Growth Accelerator, these companies have become capable of making a positive impact on the tourism industry, whether by enhancing tourists’ experiences or improving the operational efficiency of hospitality and entertainment businesses. The showcase of these projects at the final event of the TDF Grow represents an important step towards a bright future for this sector, further strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a global tourism destination.
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